Fenerbahçe vs Sturm Graz: Head-to-Head Stats and Historical Context
Fenerbahçe host Sturm Graz on 5 August 2026 in the UEFA Champions League 3rd Qualifying Round at Chobani Stadium Fenerbahce Sukru Saracoglu in Istanbul, with kick-off scheduled for 18:00 UTC. This qualifying tie places the Turkish side against the in-form Austrian visitors in a high-stakes European clash, where early-season momentum and continental pedigree will both be tested. For anyone studying Fenerbahçe vs Sturm Graz stats, this fixture offers a useful reference point between two clubs already familiar with each other from European competition.
The match sits within the 2026 Champions League qualifying pathway, where progression is critical both financially and in sporting terms. Fenerbahçe come into this round unbeaten in the competition so far, while Sturm Graz arrive with a perfect record and a prolific attack. With bookmakers generally favouring the home side, the meeting in Istanbul will be a key chapter in the Fenerbahçe vs Sturm Graz stats narrative as both teams look to take control of the tie before the return leg.
Head-to-head record
The record shows a short but competitive European history between Fenerbahçe and Sturm Graz.
- Previous meetings: 2
- Fenerbahçe wins: 1
- Draws: 1
- Sturm Graz wins: 0
Fenerbahçe vs Sturm Graz Timeline & Historical Context
The Fenerbahçe vs Sturm Graz timeline in European competition is built entirely on their 2017 UEFA Europa League 3rd Qualifying Round tie. The first chapter came on 27 July 2017 at Merkur-Arena in Graz, where Sturm Graz hosted the opening leg. That match finished Sturm Graz 1-2 Fenerbahçe, with the Turkish side overturning a half-time score of Sturm Graz 1-2 Fenerbahçe into a full-time result by holding their advantage over 90 minutes in Austria.
The second leg followed on 3 August 2017 at Şükrü Saracoğlu Stadı in Istanbul, again in the Europa League 3rd Qualifying Round. On that occasion the match ended Fenerbahçe 1-1 Sturm Graz, with the home side leading 1-0 at half-time before Sturm Graz found a response after the break. Over the two matches, Fenerbahçe demonstrated the ability to win away and manage the home leg, while Sturm Graz showed they could compete in Istanbul and avoid defeat in a difficult environment.
With those two fixtures forming the entire documented Fenerbahçe vs Sturm Graz timeline so far, the historical edge lies narrowly with Fenerbahçe, who advanced from that tie thanks to their away win. For analysts focusing on Fenerbahçe vs Sturm Graz stats, the pattern is clear: both previous meetings were decided by fine margins, with Sturm Graz yet to record a victory but proving capable of scoring and taking a result on Turkish soil.
Fenerbahçe vs Sturm Graz Head to Head Overall Breakdown
The overall head-to-head numbers underline Fenerbahçe’s slight advantage while confirming how balanced the contests have been.
Overall Record & Goals:
- Total Goals Scored: Fenerbahçe 3 - 2 Sturm Graz
- Average Goals per Match: Fenerbahçe 1.50 vs Sturm Graz 1.00
Venue Split Performance:
- At Fenerbahçe's stadium: 1 match played here — Fenerbahçe won 0 (as home side), Sturm Graz won 0 (as away side), 1 draw
- At Sturm Graz's stadium: 1 match played here — Sturm Graz won 0 (as home side), Fenerbahçe won 1 (as away side), 0 draws
Fenerbahçe vs Sturm Graz Last Results: Past Direct Meetings
Here are the Fenerbahçe vs Sturm Graz last results in recent competitive fixtures:
- 3 August 2017: Fenerbahçe 1-1 Sturm Graz (Half-time: 1-0) – UEFA Europa League, 3rd Qualifying Round
- 27 July 2017: Sturm Graz 1-2 Fenerbahçe (Half-time: 1-2) – UEFA Europa League, 3rd Qualifying Round
Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown
Last 5 Fenerbahçe Matches Results and Stats
Fenerbahçe’s Champions League campaign to date shows a solid, controlled start. Across 2 matches in the 2026 season, they are unbeaten with 1 win and 1 draw, splitting their fixtures evenly between home and away. Offensively they average 1.0 goal per game, scoring once in each outing, while defensively they have conceded only 1 goal in total, including a clean sheet at home. The side has yet to fail to score, and one clean sheet from two suggests a relatively stable back line, backed by a 4-2-3-1 structure used in both matches.
- Recent Results Summary: Win 1, Draw 1, Lose 0 (season to date in Champions League)
Last 5 Sturm Graz Matches Results and Stats
Sturm Graz arrive in outstanding Champions League qualifying form. They have played 2 matches in the 2026 campaign, winning both — one at home and one away — without conceding a single goal. Their attack has been notably potent, delivering 6 goals across those games, an average of 3.0 per match, with a 4-0 home victory and a 0-2 away success highlighting both firepower and efficiency. Two clean sheets from two underline a strong defensive platform, while a 4-4-2 shape has been consistently deployed.
- Recent Results Summary: Win 2, Draw 0, Lose 0 (season to date in Champions League)
Historical Statistical Verdict
Overall, the historical and current numbers frame this Champions League 3rd Qualifying Round tie as a finely poised contest. Historically, Fenerbahçe hold the upper hand in Fenerbahçe vs Sturm Graz stats, unbeaten in two meetings with one win and one draw, and a 3-2 aggregate goal edge. They have already shown they can win in Graz and avoid defeat in Istanbul in this specific matchup. However, Sturm Graz’s current Champions League form — two wins from two, six goals scored and none conceded — suggests they arrive with greater attacking momentum and defensive solidity than in 2017. Fenerbahçe, meanwhile, bring home advantage and an unbeaten start, with a more conservative goals profile but a reliable defensive record. Taken together, the head-to-head history leans slightly towards Fenerbahçe, but Sturm Graz’s recent numbers indicate a genuine threat, setting up a competitive first leg where small margins and game management are likely to decide who takes initiative in the tie.
Fenerbahçe vs Sturm Graz H2H Statistics updated on 31 July 2026.
